SparkFun 9DoF IMU (ICM-20948) Breakout Hookup Guide

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Contributors: Ell C, Liquid Soulder

Resources and Going Further

For more information on the ICM-20948, check out the links below:

This tutorial focuses on using the 9DoF with Arduino. To use the ICM-20948 on a Raspberry Pi with Python, check out the Qwiic SHIM Kit Hookup Guide for Raspberry Pi for more information.

Qwiic SHIM Kit for Raspberry Pi Hookup Guide

February 16, 2021
Get started with the Serial LCD with RGB backlight and 9DoF IMU (ICM-20948) via I2C using the Qwiic system and Python on a Raspberry Pi! Take sensor readings and display them in the serial terminal or SerLCD.

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